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My posts have been very dark and gloomy, when I read this I was a little shocked so I wanted to know more about it. For this post I am going to have to do a lot of research it explains properly but guess, it's more information to my belt and more knowledge in this field is like a superpower.
My new objective in terms of writing is to be able to write a thousand words on any subject related to depression without having to refer to any web pages for references; nevertheless, the information that I use must be true and believable, and it must be able to be linked to different websites.
I believe that if I collect the information necessary to acquire this capability, I will eventually have a great deal of understanding regarding this subject.
Good day, my name is Dr Ebingo Kigigha, and I'm working toward a career as a psychiatrist. I have a dream that one day I will be able to make a difference in the realm of depression, and by extension, mental health.
In this Medic Vibes post, I will be responding to the tweet that was posted by @fact on Twitter and received a lot of attention.
I will also be responding to trending comments in the post.
A person's thoughts, feelings, and ability to operate normally during the day can all be impacted by depression. The greater the frequency, intensity, and length of your symptoms, the higher the likelihood that you are suffering from depression. There are many different indications and symptoms of depression, some of which we may recognize in ourselves and others.
Note Suicide risk is significantly increased for those who suffer from depression.
When a depressed person worries about a potential risk to their life, these concerns should be taken extremely seriously. It's possible that intervention and assistance could save their lives.
Sex and Depression
Before I continue this post I would like to inform you that I have spread misinformation about this topic if the post by @fact is true. I was on @young-boss-karin 's [Sex and Something[(https://peakd.com/hive-104194/@young-boss-karin/olmleqgd) where I said that no such relationship exists.
I wonder how sure I sounded when I said that. But I'm human I pray every day against sounding confident about stuff I'm not really sure about and yet I still said what I said.
@fact is usually dropping stuff about depression but most of what is posted is still stuff we cover Medic Vibes.
I will be following Healthline's outline to discuss this topic by breaking it down for men and women, So let's go on.
Women
Although it is not PC to say, in the 2018 article written by Healthline they explained how women are more likely to be affected by depression linked to hormonal changes. Some other factors such as juggling work and family life, prenatal phases of pregnancy, postnatal phases and menstruation all come into play affecting a woman's mental health especially related to depression.
As women age also, factors such as reduced estrogen can make sex less pleasurable and other physical factors can make sex downright painful. If the woman does not seek help from a professional it might lead to unfavourable outcomes with depression being one of them.
Men
The feelings of guilt, worthlessness and lacking confidence that come with depression have a way of affecting a man's drive for sex adversely. Because depression comes with not finding pleasure in what was previously pleasurable, sex also becomes uninteresting while facing depression.
Another key factor is an antidepressant medication which reduces libido.
Both men and women feel worthless when they are can not function sexually.
Tips
Here are some tips to help you deal with the effects of the condition. Most adults facing depression without any treatment suffer from issues around sex. Taking drugs for depression after sex can also help by reducing their side effect during sex.
Having conversations about the way you feel with your partner can also help absorb some of the guilt you might be experiencing concerning this issue.
Hive Stories
In this post, I read it was a heartbreaking story by @tarazkp about how he was managed for a stroke. I said on Medic Vibes how chronic conditions such as stroke can cause depression.
His story could cause deep thought and brings so much light to those facing depression and stroke survivors. I'd like to thank him for sharing this story on Hive and urge my reader to try and check it out.
This was really educating.
Most times the worried of life can be overwhelming, especially when you have people looking up to you and then there's the fear of disappointing them.
It's always better to talk to someone and just take a day off.
Very interesting take. Thank you for your contribution.
You are welcome
You haven't been posting. What's happening?
I am taking my time to understand the whole hive concept to I post valuable content.
Okay, if there is any way I can help, let me know. I am glad that you finally decided to join.
I'll surely take you up on that offer. Thank you
Sex can't be interesting to a depressed person. I think both work hand in hand.
Very true. Depression manifests itself with lack of sex.
Well, reproducing is the major thing every life form evolved to do. In order to compel life forms to carry it out consequences like unfulfillment, depression, horniness, etc are visited upon those who wouldn't do it. Those who wouldn't carry out the act that leads to reproduction (sex).
Very true. Its sad how lack of sex can lead to depression and depression can lead to lack of sex
Your post was highly educative.
I believe the two cases are intertwined.
Poor sex can cause depression, depression can cause poor sex..
Yeah.. use of certain antidepressants can also lead to poor libido.. but that can be changed if that's the case.
Nice post
Yeah...that's the main message of the post.
I just read that the main first line drugs Setraline and Escitalopram have sexual side effects but its more evident in some individuals.
Antidepressant have this sexual side effect because of the increase in circulation serotonin.
Switching to other first line may be helpful too though.
Hi.
Can you provide more context, a link to those particular posts or exchanges?
Thank you very much.
https://peakd.com/hive-104194/@young-boss-karin/olmleqgd
I'll link this to the post now
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